Special Collections Research Grants
This funding opportunity provides $4,000 to assist non-traditional researchers, students, and others with financial challenges in conducting research at Penn State’s Eberly Family Special Collections Library, focusing on various topics such as women writers and African American history.
The Special Collections Research Grants offer awards of $4000 to support travel and/or research expenses for researchers utilizing the Eberly Family Special Collections Library at Penn State’s University Park campus. The grants are aimed at non-traditional researchers, students, and others facing financial obstacles related to research-based travel. The funding is distributed in two installments: $3000 for research support and a second installment of $1000 after the presentation of research talks. Various awards are available, each focusing on different research areas, including women writers, African American history, dance history, and the Eighth Air Force archives.
Award Range
$4,000 - $4,000
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Funds may be used for travel and research-related expenses, including photoduplication or audiovisual transfer of research materials.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Applicants may not be Penn State faculty, staff, or students. Preference will be given to applicants residing at least 100 miles from Penn State University Park.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
October 10, 2024
Application Closes
December 10, 2024
Grantor
Racine Amos
Phone
814-865-1793Subscribe to view contact details